Finding Work

Everyone in Australia has the right to work and earn an income. Brisbane is Australia’s fastest-growing capital city for employment, ahead of Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, and Brisbane’s job market is growing at more than twice the rate of population growth and now accounts for 47 per cent of Queensland’s total jobs growth. However, how quickly you can find a job in Australia depends on economic factors, qualifications and skills, the type of work you are seeking, and particular circumstances which may affect the availability of certain types of work in different parts of the country.

The Federal Government sets laws on wages and work conditions and Australia has a long tradition of strong support for work laws. The laws ensure a fair and just work life and provide for a workplace that’s fair, safe and productive so that both employers and employees earn rewards for their effort.

If you have skills or experience in occupations where there are skills shortages, your chances of finding work are much improved. Some occupations have special requirements and may require registration or licensing with a government authority and/or membership of a professional or industry association.

Brisbane, Australia, is a thriving multicultural city and successful host of the 2014 G20 Leaders Summit. A global hub in scientific innovation, mining and resources, technology, education, meetings and incentives and cultural attractions, Brisbane is committed to strengthening international trade and commerce.